The Certified Network Defender (CNDv2) course, offered by EC-Council, is a
comprehensive program designed to equip learners with the necessary skills to
defend, detect, and respond to network attacks. It is a professional-level
certification that focuses on creating network administrators versed in
protecting, detecting, and responding to threats on the network.

Course Objectives
Learning Objectives and Outcomes:
▪ Understand and identify various network attacks and deploy appropriate defense strategies to mitigate risks.
▪ Implement administrative network security measures to manage and secure network components effectively.
▪ Apply technical network security controls and protocols to safeguard data and network infrastructure.
▪ Secure network perimeters using firewalls, IDS/IPS, and other boundary devices to prevent unauthorized access.
▪ Manage endpoint security for Windows systems by applying best practices and using security tools.
▪ Secure Linux endpoints through configuration, patch management, and the application of security best practices.
▪ Implement security protocols for mobile devices to protect sensitive data and ensure compliance with corporate policies.
▪ Address security challenges in IoT devices by understanding their unique vulnerabilities and deploying targeted defenses.
▪ Anticipate and manage risks through comprehensive risk management processes and regular security assessments.
▪ Conduct attack surface analysis to assess potential threats and vulnerabilities within the network environment.
▪ Utilize cyber threat intelligence for threat prediction and to inform proactive defense strategies and security measures.

Who Can Benefit
▪ Network Administrators
▪ System Administrators
▪ Network Security Administrators
▪ Network Defense Technicians
▪ CND Analysts
▪ Security Analysts
▪ Security Operators
▪ Anyone involved in network operations
▪ IT Professionals looking to enhance their network defense skills
▪ Government and Military Defense Personnel with network security
duties